US Bridges

US 287 over Collins Creek

Fair

Houston County, Texas · 2.40 MI SE of FM 232 · Structure no. 111140034001007

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
114 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,662
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Collins Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 over Collins Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 93 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,662 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,070 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesCollins Creek
Location2.40 MI SE of FM 232
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyHouston County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.21408, -95.29111
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,662 (2019)
Projected traffic2,070 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 over Collins Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US 287 over Collins Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Collins Creek carry?

About 1,662 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Collins Creek?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 over Collins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.